Intern Jobs in California

Intern jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, entertainment, finance, and life sciences across every level from freshman-year rotations through graduate and post-degree placements. The heaviest hiring happens in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where anchors like Google, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Genentech run structured intern programs year-round. The most in-demand specialties are software engineering, product management, marketing, and biotech research. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,936+
Top employerTikTok
Top citySan Jose, CA
Cities hiring264
Work type89% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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JENSEN HUGHES
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JENSEN HUGHES
Concord, California
$20 - $30/hr
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Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute
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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute
San Diego, California
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501-1,000

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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute
San Diego, California
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SA RECYCLING
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SA RECYCLING
Orange, California
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$18 - $20/hr
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High School

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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute
San Diego, California
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Intern Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Jose
327 jobs
San Francisco
217 jobs
Los Angeles
198 jobs
San Diego
89 jobs
Santa Clara
75 jobs
Irvine
46 jobs
San Mateo
45 jobs
Redwood City
36 jobs
Mountain View
34 jobs

Intern Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • TikTok
    TikTok232
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health124
  • Walgreens
    Walgreens92
  • ByteDance
    ByteDance54
  • Michael Baker International
    Michael Baker International36

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software389
  • Healthcare & Medical Services296
  • Consulting & Professional Services144
  • Retail137
  • Electronics & Hardware124

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in intern jobs across California.

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited California or out-of-state university
  • Relevant coursework in the target discipline such as computer science, business, or life sciences
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills demonstrated through coursework or prior experience
  • Proficiency in tools standard to the field such as Excel, Python, or Adobe Creative Suite
  • Ability to commit to a defined internship period, typically part-time during school or full-time in summer
  • Portfolio, writing samples, or completed academic projects submitted with the application

Intern Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a intern in California?

Becoming an intern in California typically starts with enrollment in an accredited college or university program relevant to your target field. Most California employers require candidates to be currently enrolled or recently graduated. Competitive applicants build their standing through strong GPA, relevant coursework, and extracurricular projects. Many California universities maintain dedicated career centers and employer partnership programs that connect students directly with Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego companies hiring for structured intern roles.

Which companies hire interns in California?

Employers hiring interns in California right now include TikTok, CVS Health, and Walgreens, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major studios, and leading biotech and research institutions means intern programs here tend to be structured, competitive, and tied to full-time conversion pipelines.

Which California cities have the most intern jobs?

San Jose, San Francisco, and Los Angeles lead California for intern openings. The Bay Area's density of technology headquarters and venture-backed startups drives volume in that region, while Los Angeles draws heavy intern demand from entertainment, media, and marketing firms, and San Diego's biotech and defense sectors support a consistent pipeline of research and engineering internships.

Are there remote intern jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 11% of intern openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the state's high concentration of tech and knowledge-work employers. Software engineering, data analytics, marketing, and product management intern roles are most likely to offer fully remote or hybrid schedules, while lab-based, film production, and on-site engineering roles almost always require in-person attendance.

How can I get hired as a intern in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to structured new-grad or sophomore-level intern programs that California's large technology, entertainment, and biotech employers run specifically for candidates without prior experience. Companies like those headquartered in Silicon Valley and the Los Angeles basin regularly recruit through campus career fairs at UC and CSU campuses. A strong class project portfolio, relevant online coursework, or a completed certificate in tools common to your target field gives you a concrete edge when professional experience is thin.

Where can I find and apply to intern jobs in California?

You can find and apply to intern jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.

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